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Cinco de Mayo, celebrated on May 5th, is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy Mexican culture and heritage. Turn your Cinco de Mayo celebration into a feast with these 10 dishes featuring the colorful flavors we’ve all grown to love.

Melissa Sperka is the creator, publisher, recipe developer and photographer of the blog Melissa’s Southern Style Kitchen. After winning the National Flour Power! baking contest, she also gained national attention with her blue ribbon Nested Potato Skins, featured in Southern Living Magazine. To Melissa, “Southern style” isn’t just about regional food, but about serving homemade dishes with grace, charm, and a healthy dose of Southern hospitality. In Melissa’s kitchen, homemade family-style meals are always on the menu.